Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb reliable?

Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles, the 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb (2005)

288 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.2% first-time pass rate

2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb

CarHunch analysed 288 real MOT records for the 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2005 Ford Transit Connect diesel is a poor MOT performer: only 40.7% pass on the first attempt, nearly half the UK average of 80%, with an average of 0.66 failures per vehicle indicating persistent mechanical issues. The good news is that only 1% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so catastrophic safety failures are rare.

At 142,410 miles median mileage, these vans have been worked hard, and the failure pattern reflects that—expect to budget for repairs before each test. With less than one advisory per vehicle on average, problems tend to be outright failures rather than emerging issues, suggesting you'll know exactly what needs fixing. If you're considering one, get a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection focused on the transmission, suspension, and cooling system—these will tell you whether it's a keeper or a money pit.

We have limited data for the 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

77.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.66

Over 2.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

142k

Middle half: 114k–171k

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These stats describe 288 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 929 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 77.4%

719

Red 8.2%

Silver 5.8%

Blue 5.8%

Yellow 1.1%

Orange 1.1%

Black 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

142,410

typical

113,743

low mileage

170,939

high mileage

Half of all 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb vehicles fall between 113,743 and 170,939 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 113,743 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 113,743–170,939 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swbs sit.

⚠ Over 230,767 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swb — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 15% of 2005 Ford Tran Connect L 200 Td Swbs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (15% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

2.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.66

Avg failures per vehicle

0.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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